Multiagency Liaison (Internal Only)

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Per the FCFPSA collective bargaining agreement, telework may be approved in limited circumstances as defined by Regulation 4417.

• Master's degree.
• Four (4) years of experience in teaching special education students and/or delivering educational services to children and families.
  • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
• Postgraduate educational license with endorsement(s) designated as appropriate to the assignment.
• Knowledge of curriculum framework, instructional theory, procedures, and practices in special education.
• Knowledge of growth and development and learning theory in specialty.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, legislation, and regulations related to public and special education.
• Proficiency in technology and data compilation, analysis, and reporting.
• Skill in assessment and evaluation of students with special needs or in special programs.
• Skill in teaching adult learners.
• Ability to deliver in-service training and provide a high level of instructional leadership for teachers and administrators.
• Ability to gain the confidence and cooperation of students, teachers, and families.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with other professionals within the school and the community.
• Ability to work as part of a team to ensure a program meets its goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Endorsement in administration and supervision PreK-12.

1. Works with FCPS special education and school staff to identify, place, and monitor those students eligible for contracted services; facilitates meetings, identifies special education private placement, and coordinates related services.
2. Provides case management of students in private special education schools with the goal of transitioning students to appropriate services in a less restrictive setting within FCPS.
3. Visits private day and residential schools and makes recommendations with respect to continued use.
4. Observes students in and out of the classroom and monitors student progress.
5. Participates in all initial referrals, individualized education program (IEP) meetings, and legal reviews; recommends specific non-FCPS schools.
6. Systematically collects, analyzes, synthesizes, and interprets information needed to devise an appropriate educational plan for these students.
7. Addresses familial needs in support of the student's program maintains all files and paperwork for placed students.
8. Confers with families, students, and private school staffs to initiate, maintain, and monitor appropriate placement ensuring students receive all educational services for which they are eligible.
9. Generates the purchase of services for students placed in private special education facilities and monitors the continued delivery of services provided in accordance with the IEP.
10. Completes and provides required documentation for fiscal auditing related to the Children's Services Act and funding accessed for at-risk youth.
11. Facilitates family resources meetings and serves as a consultant to families, school administrators, counselors, and teachers.
12. Reviews current federal, state, and local regulations to ensure FCPS compliance.
13. Researches and discusses rehabilitative, career, and transition options; confers with related county, state, and federal agencies.
14. Prepares and delivers required and requested reports.
15. Represents FCPS and serves on committees related to contracted services.
16. Reviews and recommends revisions of policies and regulations.
17. Delivers training and professional development on special education services.
18. Maintains current list of, and relationship with, all contracted facilities.
19. Oversees the work of vendors or contractors.
20. Performs related duties as required or assigned.